707 vs EC-130 Commando Solo
The 707 and the EC-130 Commando Solo are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Boeing and Lockheed Martin respectively. Top speed is 1,010 km/h for the 707 vs 671 km/h for the EC-130 Commando Solo. The 707 has an operational range of 5,400 km vs 4,300 km for the EC-130 Commando Solo. The 707 operates at altitudes up to 13,000 m compared to 8,534 m for the EC-130 Commando Solo. At 151,318 kg MTOW, the 707 is 2.0x the EC-130 Commando Solo's 74,389 kg. The 707 has been produced in 865 units vs 14 for the EC-130 Commando Solo. Unit cost is $35M for the 707 vs $150M for the EC-130 Commando Solo. The 707 first flew 3 years before the EC-130 Commando Solo (1954 vs 1957).
| American jet airliner from the mid-20th century, notably used in civil aviation and military transport missions worldwide. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 15 July 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Number produced | 865 units |
| Average unit price | $35 million |
| American electronic operations aircraft, deployed extensively during conflicts from Vietnam to recent operations in the Middle East. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 1 January 1957 |
| Year introduced | 1975 |
| Number produced | 14 units |
| Average unit price | $150 million |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 44.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | 13.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 46.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1010 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,400 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 151,318 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 66,406 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 8,618 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 162.0 m² |
| Wingspan | 40.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 11.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 29.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 671 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,534 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 74,389 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 34,274 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 4 x 4,474 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The 707 is faster with a maximum speed of 1,010 km/h compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 671 km/h, a difference of 339 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The 707 has a longer range at 5,400 km compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 4,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The 707 has a higher service ceiling at 13,000 meters (42,650 ft) compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 8,534 meters (27,998 ft).
Which is heavier, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The 707 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 151,318 kg compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 74,389 kg.
Which is larger, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The 707 is longer at 46.4 meters compared to the EC-130 Commando Solo's 29.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The EC-130 Commando Solo is more expensive at approximately $150 million per unit compared to the 707 at $35 million.
Which entered service first, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The 707 entered service first in 1958, 17 years before the EC-130 Commando Solo which entered service in 1975.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 707 or EC-130 Commando Solo?
The 707 has been produced in greater numbers with 865 units compared to 14 units of the EC-130 Commando Solo.